Graduate Environmental Health Officer

Job DescriptionLive and work in a culture rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria's best wine regions and with the ski fields so close you will be zooming down the mountains in under two hours.Our employee benefits include professional development and flexible working conditions. Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace.We also recognise and value your priorities beyond work. It's important to us that you have a sustainable work–life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight (full-time staff) and a range of leave options and support programs.AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation by creating cultures, adopting strategies and taking action to empower children. We work hard to keep them safe from harm because child safety is everyone's responsibility.DirectorateBusiness, Growth & CommunityClassificationGrade D or ESalaryFinal Year of Study Grade D.1 - $69,696 paCompleted Study Grade E.Entry - $73,239 paPlus 11.5% employer contribution to superannuationReporting ToTeam Leader Education & ComplianceEmployment TypeTemporary Full Time for up to 2 yearsThe PositionThe Graduate Environmental Health Officer will assist in the provision of high quality environmental and public health services.ResponsibilitiesKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Assist the Environmental Health Officers (EHO) in undertaking inspections of registered premises in accordance with relevant Acts and regulations.Undertake public health-related inspections including food, swimming pool and cooling towers.Undertake drinking-water and arbovirus monitoring activities.Respond and manage customer enquiries relating to public and environmental health.Provide referral responses to relevant development applications.Assist in the development and maintenance of administrative, and information management systems.Assist the EHOs in working to educate industry and the community towards increased compliance with environmental and public health statutory requirements.Provide administrative support to the EHOs as required.Assist with the evaluation of work practices to ensure objectives are being met and contribute to the ongoing improvement of services and procedures.Prepare accurate and professional correspondence to management and external customers.Perform other tasks or duties as directed by the Supervisor which are within the limits of the employee's skill, competence and training.Observe requirements of the WHS Legislation, relevant to the job and adhere to AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding WHS.Observe appropriate AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding day to day operations including Equal Employment Opportunity policies, AlburyCity's Dress Code and Standards Policy and AlburyCity's Code of Conduct.QualificationsKEY RELATIONSHIPS:Internal: Our PeopleExternal:Our CustomersFood, health and beauty and skin penetration business operatorsPublic authoritiesAnalytical laboratoriesGovernment agencies and departmentsOther CouncilsCouncil SolicitorsEmployment ConditionsBased on a 35 hour week, with actual days and times being Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm, with an RDO in accordance with AlburyCity's RDO guidelines.This position is for a temporary period for up to two years.This position may involve work outside normal working hours. Additional hours over the standard 35 hours will attract a time in lieu arrangement or payment of overtime rates as agreed with your supervisor.This position requires the employee to lodge an annual Pecuniary Interest Return.This position is delegated with certain powers, authorities, duties and functions of Council under the AlburyCity Delegations of Authority in accordance with section 378 of the Local Government Act.This position does not require you to wear a compulsory uniform, however you must follow the dress code requirements within the AlburyCity's Our People Dress Code Standards. Our People are required to present a smart and professional image to the public at all times including when in public and when working remotely.This position involves working in a predominantly indoor environment and using a computer is considered a core component of the role. There may be occasional visits to other work locations. The position requires an average level of aerobic and physical fitness to undertake occasional physical activities, such as walking and lifting, along with general manual handling tasks as part of a normal working environment. A medical declaration is required for this position.This position is located at the AlburyCity Administration Building, 553 Kiewa Street, Albury with occasional visits to external sites/depots as required.Essential CriteriaTo be considered eligible for this position you must be in final year or have just completed within the last 12 months a Tertiary qualification in Environmental Health and/or Public Health or an equivalent qualification.Class C (standard) Driver's Licence (compulsory to have and maintain)Specialist Knowledge And SkillsKnowledge and understanding of the requirements of delivering environmental and public health services to the community and the relevant Acts.Ability to work within standard procedures, practices and acts/regulations.Ability to write reports in the field of expertise and prepare external correspondence.Well-developed computer skills, including MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel and electronic document management skills.About UsOur Organisation: We are the facilitator of a thriving, resilient and liveable city full of opportunities and the custodians of an environment like no other. We consistently deliver best-in-class leadership, services, facilities and experiences, providing exceptional living for our local community.Our Values: We are a values driven organisation and these underpin everything we do.Working Together: I respect, listen to and value the contributions of others and celebrate our achievements.Integrity: I am trustworthy, honest, accountable, open and consistent in all that I do.Courage and Passion: I am enthusiastic and have the confidence to speak up for the betterment of AlburyCity.Innovation: I seek to increase my knowledge through new ideas and continuous improvement.Loyalty: I am supportive of others and committed to AlburyCity and the community.Live Well Work Well: The health and safety of our people is more than a priority, it's a commitment embedded within our values. Unlike priorities which change over time, our values form the basis for all that we do; they define our purpose and what we stand for. We seek to have a positive impact by developing a holistic wellbeing culture that empowers everyone to be their healthiest and happiest version, resulting in a more engaged and productive workforce with lower incidence of illness and injury.It is, and always will be, our goal to have a workplace free from harm.Two Cities One Community: On 13 October 2017 AlburyCity and The City of Wodonga entered into an historic partnership between the two cities. In August 2022 both Councils worked together to review and re-commit to the Partnership Agreement.This partnership is a unique opportunity to develop a way forward that benefits our community as a whole with the aim of improving integration, productivity and social and economic development. It will focus on future growth that will continue to add value to both cities. Through this combined focus, underpinned by four key pillars of; leadership, economy, environment and community, we will unleash our potential and drive innovation for the benefit of the region and the nation.Our Mission is to work together to achieve our community goals now and into the future. We understand that we are stronger together and can achieve more when working in collaboration. We will build on our current partnerships and shared values for the betterment of Albury and Wodonga.Child Safety: AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation and our people support, listen to and empower children and young people. We create safe environments that minimise the risk of harm and we have ZERO tolerance for child abuse, violence and neglect.About The TeamThe Directorate: Business, Growth & Community - Our Business, Growth & Community Directorate focuses on providing more and better, opportunities for our people and our place.The groups within our directorate will empower our people, city and region to strive for more and to champion the significance of Albury as a national destination for life, work, culture, sport, entertainment, business and investment.We build relationships and promote engaging and actionable dialogue with our community and our partners. We ensure good governance, financial sustainability and we facilitate a highly engaged, satisfied and well-informed workforce.Our Service Model: Progress - Our Service model is built around our brand pillars of empowering progress; serving with excellence, which is about our people; and taking care of our place.We empower our city and region to strive for more and to champion the significance of Albury as a national destination for life, work, culture, sport, entertainment, environment and investment. We are the connection point to make bigger, better things happen.Service Cluster: Engagement - Our Engagement Service Cluster connects us with our community and each other. Its purpose is to ensure we deliver customer service excellence, have a strong and compelling narrative and that we are highly engaged with our many and varied audiences.#J-18808-Ljbffr